The Miami Heat recently inked a new four-year $60 million extension with 25-year-old wing Pelle Larsson. And Miami is expected to get the most out of that financial commitment. The deal will not be in effect until the start of the 2027-28 season, as Larsson is still under contracts for a little above $2 million […]
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With Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo, Andrew Wiggins, and Davion Mitchell projected to fill four spots in the Heat’s starting lineup, the shooting guard position may be the only one up for grabs during training camp and the preseason. Discussing that final starting spot, Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald identifies Klay Thompson as the “clear” […]
The Miami Heat's inability to keep Kasparas Jakucionis out of the Giannis Antetokounmpo deal could be their biggest downfall this season.
It's once again highlighted how the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade saved the Miami Heat from a huge Tyler Herro dilemma.
With 46.7 seconds left, Jimmy Butler leans over the advertising board under the basket, exhausted; he puts his head down to catch his breath. Awaiting two free throws, the commentators compare this performance to a heavyweight boxing fight between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. On Oct. 9, 2020, it was LeBron James vs. Jimmy Butler. […]
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Kasparas Jakučionis—still just 20 years old—arrives in the Cream City via the Giannis trade as a young, intriguing guard prospect. Jakučionis is a 6’5” second-year guard who averaged 6.2 PPG, 2.6 RPG, and 2.6 APG in just under 18 minutes per contest for Miami. Except for his three-point percentage (42%), most of his stats don’t […]
The Panel sits down with Heat media personality Tobin for a fast-paced NBA rapid-fire Q&A! Tobin faces a series of quick questions about the Miami Heat, NBA players, teams, and the upcoming season with no time to overthink the answers. Watch as The Panel puts Tobin on the spot and delivers plenty of fun, bold, and unexpected moments. Who had the most surprising answer? 🔴 Full Episode:https://www.youtube.com/live/soAWpLKTPdg 📅 Live Episodes Every Week: Weekdays @ 11AM EST 💻 JOIN OUR DISCORD ➜ h...
Giannis Antetokounmpo's heartwarming gesture for his new Heat teammates ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.
Kawhi Leonard is back with the Toronto Raptors after the deal with the Los Angeles Clippers finally happened. Before he returned to Toronto, however, other NBA teams wanted to trade for Leonard. According to previous reports, the Detroit Pistons and the Minnesota Timberwolves were interested in the two-time NBA champion. On Sunday, league insider Marc [...]
Giannis Antetokounmpo is making sure he develops strong bonds with his Miami Heat colleagues ahead of he 2026-27 NBA season. Antetokounmpo starts a new chapter of his career with the Heat following 13 years with the Milwaukee Bucks. Having won the 2021 championship with the franchise, both parties moved on in the 2026 offseason. Milwaukee […]
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The Panel debates whether Miami Heat culture is overrated and if the famous “Heat Culture” mentality still gives the team an edge in today’s NBA. Is Miami’s toughness, discipline, and winning mindset still special, or has Heat Culture become more hype than results? The panel breaks down the Miami Heat, Heat Culture, NBA winning culture, Pat Riley, Erik Spoelstra, and what it takes to win in today’s NBA. 🔴 Full Episode:https://www.youtube.com/live/soAWpLKTPdg 📅 Live Episodes Every Week: Weekday...
The calendar has turned to September. You know what that means, right?! Our offseason outlook series is back for the third-straight year! Hot Hot Hoops senior writer Matt Hanifan will provide his take on the offseasons of all 30 teams for the next 30 days! We will be going in alphabetical order, beginning with the […]
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Russell Westbrook walked away from the NBA last month after 18 seasons, closing a career that produced an MVP award, nine All-Star selections and the league’s all-time triple-double record. Since then, though, his retirement has not stopped people around basketball from wondering whether he could change his mind. The speculation has come from different corners [...]
Even if the Miami Heat had pursued, it's hard to envision how a pursuit of Kawhi Leonard would've worked out.
Christmas came early for the Miami Heat, courtesy of their new star player.
The New York Knicks will enter the upcoming NBA season as the defending champions after defeating the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals last campaign. That should arguably translate to players seizing any opportunity to join the Knicks in the current offseason. However, that does not appear to have rung true with respect to […]
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The Miami Heat may already have a plan in place for their 15th roster spot; it just may take some time for it to fully develop.
The Miami Heat could already be in line for another game-changing move next summer.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has built his NBA career around size, speed, strength and skill that are difficult to match. Those traits have made cross-sport comparisons almost inevitable as the two-time MVP enters a new chapter with the Miami Heat. Draymond Green recently made one of those comparisons on his podcast. Instead of choosing another basketball-style athlete, [...]
There are a few Miami Heat players who are facing a little more pressure than others.
Some new-look NBA teams are known for their offense, but the Miami Heat revamp prioritized defense. Heat guard Davion Mitchell emphasized the assets they had on defense, from backcourt to frontcourt. “We have three, really four [great defenders], with Wiggs. There are some matchups he guards the best player,” Mitchell said, per Barry Jackson. Mitchell […]
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Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent remains without a team ahead of the 2026-27 season, but he reportedly turned down an opportunity to sign with the reigning NBA champions. According to NBA insider Mark Stein , Vincent decided not to sign with the New York Knicks , electing to wait for a more sure-fire opportunity for the upcoming season. "The Stein Line has learned that former Heat, Lakers and Hawks guard Gabe Vincent could have signed with the Knicks as well to join the wing battle...
Former NBA All-Star Zach Randolph believes Russell Westbrook may not be done with basketball despite announcing his retirement earlier this summer. Speaking on the Out the Mud Podcast , Randolph said Westbrook retired too early and argued that the veteran guard still has several productive years left in him. Randolph also named the Miami Heat as a team he would like to see Westbrook join if he decides to return. Randolph said he recently spoke with Westbrook's brother, Ray, who apparently sugg...
The Miami Heat were reportedly among several teams that explored the possibility of acquiring Kawhi Leonard before he ultimately landed with the Toronto Raptors. Miami was not alone in showing interest, with Minnesota and Detroit also identified as potential trade destinations. However, Leonard’s contract situation apparently limited the willingness of interested teams to make a […]
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Kawhi Leonard generated plenty of interest around the league this offseason, and there was a chance he could've potentially joined forces with Giannis Antetokounmpo in South Beach. According to NBA insider Mark Stein , the Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Detroit Pistons showed interest in Kawhi before he was ultimately dealt to the Toronto Raptors in a trade this summer. “As The Stein Line first reported in June, Leonard made it known amid interest from trade suitors such as Miam...